Here’s how to fix the Black Screen of Terror
The First Descendant released in early July and has seen many players sign up to play the shooter game. The game has excellent graphics and an engaging storyline - a perfect combination for any new gamer. However, the launch has not been without any problems. Here’s how to fix The First Descendant Black Screen error.
How to fix The First Descendant Black Screen Error
The Black Screen error can be quite a frustrating experience if you encounter it. You are just itching to play the game and you have to deal with a black screen. It’s not really the experience you want when you launch the game.
Thankfully, there are quite a few steps that you can take to ensure that you don’t face the black screen.
Check Internet Connection
The first step is to check your Internet connection. Sometimes, you might lose internet access while the game is loading or otherwise. This can lead to the game being unable to load resources which results in the black screen error.
Check System Requirements
This might seem trivial, but have a double-checkw if the game meets your system requirements. The First Descendant can be a game that can be quite taxing on your system. So check the System requirements. If your PC has low-end specs, then you can try to set the graphics settings to low to ensure a smoother performance.
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Close Background Applications
Background applications often interfere with the smooth operation of The First Descendant. We recommend closing any unnecessary background applications. You can do so via the following steps
- Click Ctrl+Alt+Delete to open Task Manager
- Check for any unnecessary applications that are running
- Right click on them and Click End Task
Removing unwanted applications from running in the background helps ensure smooth operations of the game. The First Descendant is a very expressive game, but it also does require a bit of strain on your PC. As such playing the game requires your PC to use more resources. Closing background applications will ensure that you
Update Drivers
You need to ensure that all your game drivers are up to date. Sometimes, Nvidia (or AMD) send out patch updates. While these updates are mostly security updates, they also sometimes accommodate certain features to ensure smooth running of the latest video games. Make sure that your graphics drivers are up to date.
Verify the Integrity of Game Files
Verifying the Integrity of Game Files will ensure that you can fix any corrupted files or any missing files. Steam will automatically check if the game needs any additional files and will download them as required. Sometimes, missing files are the reason for the Black Screen Error in The First Descendant.
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